Abstract:
The purpose of this study was to investigate the influence of the school inputs in private
primary schools in determining pupils‟ examination performance. This was in relation to
general lack of literature on school inputs in relation to performance in private primary
schools in Kenya. The findings of this study showed that the quality of education and
performance of pupils in examinations are determined by teacher experience, teacher
qualification, the school environment, the head teacher and educational resources. The
study provides a base for an evaluation of cost-effectiveness of different policies
associated with school inputs aimed at improving the quality of education at primary
school level. Parents and the public in general can also gain from the study; by gaining
confidence in the private schools and the quality of education they provide
